Global Liver Disease Cases Reach 1.3 Billion in 2023: A Surge of 143% Since 1990
Published on: April 16, 2026, 3 p.m. | Source: Times of India
Science News: A recent Lancet study reveals that 1.3 billion people worldwide suffer from Metabolic Dysfunction-Associated Steatotic Liver Disease (MASLD), a staggering 143% increase since 1990, with expectations to rise to 1.8 billion by 2050 due to obesity and lifestyle changes. The findings highlight the urgent need for awareness and proactive measures against this growing health crisis, particularly in low- and middle-income countries.
